Overview
Old Forester Whiskey Row Series is a historically inspired bourbon lineup from Brown-Forman and Old Forester. The series connects the modern Old Forester brand to key moments in its long history, especially Louisville’s Whiskey Row, bottled bourbon, bottled-in-bond whiskey, Prohibition, and pre-Prohibition-style production.
The current Whiskey Row family includes Old Forester 1870 Original Batch, 1897 Bottled in Bond, 1910 Old Fine Whisky, 1920 Prohibition Style, and 1924 10 Year Old Whisky. Together, they give bourbon drinkers a structured way to explore proof, blending, finishing, age, and history within one brand family.
Brand History
Old Forester’s history begins with George Garvin Brown in 1870, when the brand was sold in sealed glass bottles to ensure consistency. The Whiskey Row Series uses that history as a framework for modern expressions.
Each bottle references a different historical theme. 1870 honors the original batching concept, 1897 references the Bottled-in-Bond Act, 1910 recalls a double-barreled story tied to a distillery fire, 1920 nods to Prohibition-era medicinal whiskey, and 1924 explores a 10-year-old expression inspired by a different whiskey-making era.
Who Owns the Brand?
Old Forester Whiskey Row Series is owned by Brown-Forman Corporation.
Producing Distillery
The Whiskey Row Series is associated with Old Forester Distilling Co. in Louisville, Kentucky, and Brown-Forman’s Kentucky whiskey production system.
Core Products
The major Whiskey Row expressions are 1870 Original Batch, 1897 Bottled in Bond, 1910 Old Fine Whisky, 1920 Prohibition Style, and 1924 10 Year Old Whisky.
Limited Releases
The Whiskey Row expressions are generally part of the ongoing Old Forester lineup, but availability varies by market. Related limited releases may appear through the 117 Series, Birthday Bourbon, or special market programs.
Mash Bill and Production Notes
The Whiskey Row Series uses Old Forester’s bourbon production heritage, but each expression differs by proof, production concept, finishing, or age. Bottle-level details should be verified by current official product pages and labels.
Availability
Most Whiskey Row expressions are distributed in many U.S. markets, though 1924 and certain releases may be more limited depending on demand, retailer, and state allocation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Old Forester Whiskey Row Series?
It is a historically inspired lineup of Old Forester bourbons connected to key moments in the brand’s history.
Which bottles are in the Whiskey Row Series?
1870 Original Batch, 1897 Bottled in Bond, 1910 Old Fine Whisky, 1920 Prohibition Style, and 1924 10 Year Old Whisky.
Who owns Old Forester Whiskey Row Series?
Brown-Forman Corporation owns Old Forester.
Is every Whiskey Row bottle the same proof?
No. Proof and production concept vary by expression.